Rafael Nam

JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: This summer's World Cup has a lot to be excited about. It's being held across three countries for the first time, and it will be the biggest ever with 48 teams. But some big soccer fans do not share that excitement. NPR's Rafael Nam h... See more

This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. FIFA hikes World Cup prices, again. A finals ticket can now cost as much as $11,000 FIFA is ... See more

FIFA is once again raising prices for a substantial number of games in the upcoming World Cup tournament that will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico in June and July. The price increases took place in FIFA's latest sales window that kicked o... See more

Section Branding Header Content The final batch of World Cup tickets is about to go on sale. Here are 5 things to know Primary Content The final window to buy World Cup tickets is about to start. On Wednesday, FIFA will launch a first-come, first-serve sa... See more

A fan holds a banner asking for a ticket outside the stadium prior to the 2022 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium in Lusail City, Qatar, on Dec. 18, 2022. Robert Cianflone/Getty Images Europe hide caption toggle caption Ro... See more